Sidewalk coverings, which are especially in demand for paving pedestrian areas, parks, squares, adjacent territories, must be delivered to the future construction site before laying them. At the same time, it is necessary to preserve the appearance of the material and its integrity during transportation.
Transportation of paving slabs.
During the purchase of any material, the question of its transportation arises. The buyer himself can transport the material, or most often the seller provides such a service. In any case, it is necessary to take into account the volume of cargo and the weight of the entire consignment of goods in order to determine the necessary transport for transportation. At the construction site, a site is prepared in advance for unloading and storing goods. The site should be a flat surface close to the laying site and have good access for vehicles.
Basic rules for the transportation of paving slabs:
* Tiles are transported on pallets measuring 0.8 m * 1.2 m or 1 m * 1.2 m. Such a pallet can hold at least 10 m² of tiles.
* Tiles on a pallet must be laid face down and wrapped in foil.
* On the pallet, the cargo is additionally secured with special tapes.
* Fixation of cargo on board transport. * When driving, the speed limit is observed.
* The most optimal option for transporting paving slabs is a heavy truck with a crane installation, in common people they call it a manipulator.
* Unloading and loading should be carried out by professional slingers.
Recommendations for unloading paving materials.
When unloading building materials, various mechanisms are mainly used, cranes, manipulators, etc. If this is not possible, then the material must be removed from the car with care by hand, breaking it into several parts. When unloading mechanically, care and caution are also needed to avoid damage to the cargo.
Storage of paving slabs.
Storage and storage of material in an open area under direct sunlight is not desirable. Exposure to constant sunlight heats the packaging and material and can lead to loss of performance, color and texture. during loading and unloading operations, care must be taken to avoid mechanical damage.
Rules for preserving the presentation of paving slabs:
* Storing material on a flat surface, many types of building materials are stored indoors, preferably with good ventilation.
* If possible, do not store tiles in open areas without shelter.
* In the cold season, the material must be stored indoors to avoid precipitation and the formation of an ice crust at sub-zero temperatures.
* Store tiles in a well-ventilated area to prevent mold and mildew. Tiles should be stored on wooden or plastic pallets.
* The unpacked tiles are stored facing each other or with the back side and covered with a film on top.
* Do not allow pallets to tip over to avoid mechanical damage to the material.
Recommendations for unloading paving materials.
Such rules for the transportation and storage of tiles must be especially observed during the first 3 weeks after the manufacture of materials. Paving slabs need time to gain strength and it is advisable not to expose the product to additional mechanical stress during this time.
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